Salman Khan praises hero pilot Smit Machchhar: 'Well done bro'

Saudi Arabia prepares for offensive against Houthis; Mecca pact allies still missing

Saudi Arabia is gearing up for a significant military campaign against the Iran-aligned Houthi forces in Yemen. This operation seeks to reclaim vital coastal territories and ensure safe maritime passage. With the potential mobilization of over 100,000 Yemeni soldiers, the success and scale of the offensive depend on overcoming ongoing challenges in uniting these troops.

AI sings Russia's war story: Kremlin's unexpected soundtrack of Ukraine's conflict

Among the songs whose release dates could be established, most appeared after 2024. That coincided with the wider availability of AI music generators such as Sudo and Udio. It is not clear how much involvement, if any, the Russian government has had in producing or distributing the songs. However, the Kremlin has supported cultural projects aimed at promoting patriotic themes.

Gaza war could have ended a year earlier, says ex Israeli hostage negotiator

Major General Nitzan Alon revealed that the Gaza war could have been concluded a year prior. He argued that an earlier resolution would have spared the lives of countless hostages and civilians. Alon criticized the prevailing notion that total victory over Hamas had to be accomplished before any negotiations, asserting this approach was flawed.

As ‘Mohammad’ Deepak gets bail, two versions of events